TOP 10 RUSSIAN MOVIES YOU MUST WATCH

Welcome to Non-Hollywood. Today we are ranking down top 10 Russian movies of all time. Hardcore Henry. If you're a gamer, this one is for you. Hardcore Henry is filmed entirely in first person just like a video game and it's non-stop action from start to finish. The story follows Henry, a cyborg resurrected from the dead. He must save his creator and wife Estelle while fighting against a villain with telekinetic powers and an army of mercenaries. The action is insane, stylish and something you normally don't expect from Russian cinema. Many people compare it to John Wick but taken to an even crazier level. Interestingly, the director of this film also made the Hollywood hit Nobody. Admiral is a powerful historical epic about Alexander Kolchak, a Russian naval commander during the civil war. The film blends romance, politics and large-scale battles with stunning visuals and strong performances. At its heart, it tells the story of a man who stayed loyal to his oath to the Russian emperor and continued to fight against the Bolsheviks after the October Revolution of 1917. It's both a love story and a set against one of the most turbulent times in Russian history. Finally, for space lovers, we have Salyut 7. This is based on real events. Two Soviet astronauts are sent on a dangerous mission to repair an abandoned space station that has stopped responding and started drifting in orbit. With no margin for error, they must dock manually and bring it back to life. It's a suspenseful survival story with high production quality, beautiful visuals and plenty of heart. 9th Company is one of the most famous modern Russian war films. Set during the Soviet-Afghan conflict in the late 1980s, it follows a group of young army recruits. After completing their training, they are sent to Afghanistan, where insurgents are slowly gaining the upper hand. The movie shows how these young men, full of hope and energy, are thrown into the brutal reality of war. They face heavy losses, difficult choices and the harsh truth of combat. We have the Major. This intense crime thriller follows Sergei, a police major. One day, while rushing his pregnant wife to the hospital, he accidentally hits a young boy with his car. The boy dies in front of his mother, who becomes the witness. To protect Sergei, his colleagues cover up the crime and pressure the mother into giving a false statement. But guilt starts eating away at him and Sergei decides he wants to face justice. Unfortunately, his fellow officers won't allow it. Because exposing him would also expose their cover-up. From this point, the movie becomes a powerful moral battle between duty, guilt and survival. Brother 2. After the huge success of the first part, the sequel came quickly. This time, the story expands beyond Russia. Our lead character travels to Moscow, where he learns about a twin brother of his friend, a talented hockey player, forced into a shady contract with a team in America. Soon after, his friend is killed and Daniela's new journey begins. He heads to America to uncover the truth and take revenge. This sequel mixes Russian gangster style with American settings, making it unique compared to the first film. Mongol. Most of us have heard of Genghis Khan, but few know how he rose to power. Mongol is a historical epic that tells his early story. The film shows how a boy from a small tribe, betrayed and enslaved, grew into one of the most powerful rulers in history, conquering half the known world, including Russia, by 1246. Although it's filmed in the Mongolian language for authenticity, the entire production was Russian. If you love history, this movie is both gripping and educational. To some, he was a brutal leader. Fortress of War. If you are an action and war movie lover, then Fortress of War, also known as the Breast Fortress, should be at the top of your list. The film is based on true events during World War II in 1941, when Nazi Germany launched its invasion of the Soviet Union. One morning, German planes and tanks suddenly attack the Breast Fortress and the surrounding areas. Buildings are destroyed, civilians are killed, and chaos spreads everywhere. Inside the fortress, a small group of Soviet soldiers are outnumbered and take huge losses. Most of them are either killed or captured at it. But despite the impossible odds, the remaining fighters refuse to surrender. The movie shows how these soldiers stood their ground, protecting both the fortress and the civilians inside. It's a story of courage, sacrifice, and resistance against overwhelming power. If you want to experience an intense and emotional World War II battle, Fortress of War will not disappoint you. T-34. Now let's move to one of the best Russian war films, T-34. This story is set during World War II. A group of Soviet soldiers are captured by the Nazis and held in a concentration camp. But instead of giving up, they plan a daring escape. Their only hope is a damaged tank, the legendary T-34. The film is visually stunning. Every frame feels like a painting, and the tank battles look like something out of a Zack Snyder movie. It's both thrilling and patriotic, with a story of bravery against impossible odds. Brother 1997. Let's start with one of the most iconic Russian films, Brother. This is an action crime drama that follows two brothers. The younger brother, Danila, has just finished his military service. He goes to live with his older brother, who seems successful, but is secretly a gangster. Soon, Danila is dragged into the criminal underworld. He's given his first job, an assassination. After completing it, he goes into hiding and begins to experience a different side of life. But as he sees more violence and corruption, he starts questioning his own moral choices. The movie is less about flashy action and more about the gritty life of gangsters, with some powerful action moments. It's a cult classic in Russia, though subtitles can be hard to find. If you like our video, consider subscribing us. We will bring you all the latest movie suggestions from across the world.